Can't buy me love

It's always been hard for me to relate to people who have had an easy or privileged life. Perhaps it's because I was made fun of as a youth for wearing hand me downs and not being able to take fancy vacations, etc. Now don't get me wrong, I had plenty, just never anything in excess. Obviously now I am extremely grateful that I wasn't spoiled, for if I had been, I do feel like I would be an unappreciative possession focused asshole. The thing is, I don't understand people who claim to be humble yet parade their wealth or material things around for approval. It's bogus. Don't be hypocritical. Have integrity with yourself. It's so easy to spew insincere ideals around about loving a harmonious, spiritual life as a lot of people I know say. Living them is a whole other thing. The luxuries of life can be taken from you at any point. They are utterly meaningless in the long run. Sure, people like nice things here and there. I can especially appreciate nice things being that I never really had them as an adolescence. But, lately, every time I want something material I look deep within to ask myself- "do I really need this?" The answer usually is a resounding 'no'. The truth is- I have everything I need. That's probably why I have such an abhorrence for Christmas. It's so acutely focused on materials. Although I gather wanting to buy things for people you love, I really just reject the whole idea of it. I don't buy into overly commercialized Hallmark holidays. Greed and competition are the cornerstone of this countries demise. The desire to have more than others separates us. We feel the need to prove ourselves with wealth and privilege, never noticing how vapid and sad these things project our intentions. I'd much rather make something as a gift than cheapen a relationship with something anyone could give. It just seems so thoughtless and lazy to me. Some of the most unhappy and miserable people I know try to convince themselves they are happy with their lavish possessions but they aren't fooling me or anyone really. Invest yourself into tangible and rewarding avenues. Elevate your heart and soul into honorable paths and you will be the richest person in the world.